Welcome to Contra Costa Plein Air

                    

Contra Costa Plein Air is a friendly group of artists who get together to paint at scenic locations all around the Bay Area, mostly focused on Contra Costa, Alameda and Solano Counties. We paint on weekdays (usually Thursdays) on a completely random schedule inspired by the weather and members' suggestions. New artists are always welcome, open to all media and all experience levels, no fee to participate, no RSVP's required. Just show up and enjoy!

To learn about upcoming paint-outs:

• Visit this website, Contra Costa Plein Air
• Visit our Facebook group page @contracostapleinair
• Receive paint-out announcements via email by joining our contacts list. Email Nancy Roberts, nrobertsart@sbcglobal.net to be added to the list.

If you have questions feel free to email group coordinator Nancy Roberts at nrobertsart@sbcglobal.net. We look forward to painting with you sometime soon!

And here's something cool! You can order all kinds of fun and functional products sporting the Contra Costa Plein Air logo.  Click here to browse the collection.

Mystery Spot, Crockett, June 25, 2026

Contra Costa Plein Air Paint-Out

Thursday, June 25, 10 am - 2 pm

Mystery Spot in Crockett, CA

Our casual group of local artists will be painting at this beautiful park along the Carquinez Strait near the town of Crockett on Thursday, June 25th, starting around 10 am. The park has an upper level with spectacular views of the strait and a lower level with dramatic views of the bridge and an old shipwreck. Admission is free, restrooms on site, bring your own water.

If you're on our Contra Costa Plein Air mailing list you'll receive an email with details. If you'd like to be added to the list contact Nancy Roberts at nrobertsart@sbcglobal.net.

East Contra Costa Historical Museum, Brentwood, Sunday, June 21, 2026

Contra Costa Plein Air Paint-Out

Sunday, June 21, 10 am - 2 pm

East Contra Costa Historical Museum

3890 Sellers Ave., Brentwood CA

Museum website: Home - East Contra Costa Historical Society

Let's celebrate the Summer Solstice and Father's Day at the beautiful East Contra Costa Historical Museum! We've been invited to paint there on Sunday, June 21st during the museum's public hours, 10 am - 2 pm. You're also allowed to arrive earlier if you'd like to set up in the grassy front yard or the rose garden.

Volunteers open the museum, outdoor exhibits and restrooms at 10 am.  Admission is free (donations appreciated), restrooms are open. Always a fun day -- I hope to see you there!

Glen Cove Waterfront Park, Vallejo, June 18, 2026

Contra Costa Plein Air Paint-Out

Thursday, June 18, 10 am - 2 pm

Glen Cove Waterfront Park

End of Whitesides Dr., Vallejo CA 94591

Park website: Glen Cove Waterfront Park

Let's go back to beautiful Glen Cove Waterfront Park! This spot has great views of the Glen Cove shoreline and a sweeping panorama across the Carquinez Strait. Windy weather is always possible at this shoreline area, so be prepared.

The park is at the end of Whitesides Drive in Vallejo. Park in the small lot or on the street. From there you can walk straight ahead out to the lookout area or turn left to take the trail down to the pretty little beach and agave grove.

Please note that there are no restrooms at this park, but there are public restrooms a short drive up the hill at Glen Cove Park, 605 Glen Cove Parkway.

Admission is free, rain cancels. I hope to see you there!